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Roach Qualifies

Melanie Roach, whose road to Beijing has been longer and more winding than many Olympic hopefuls, emerged from the United States weight lifting trials in Atlanta as the nation’s top qualifier.

A former gymnast, Roach, 36, overcame a back injury that limited her for seven years after she took up the sport a decade ago. In addition, she gave birth to three children, including a son who is autistic.